Plant Engineer Surveyor

Neos Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a qualified Plant Engineer Surveyor for a major role in Birmingham. This position offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle, and extensive benefits, including private healthcare and performance-related bonuses. Ideal candidates will possess relevant technical skills and certifications to conduct inspections and ensure compliance across various sites.

Benefits

Company vehicle + fuel card

Private healthcare

Ongoing training & development opportunities

Weekend overtime available

Christmas bonus performance-related

Stay-away allowance

Qualifications

• Preferred HNC in Mechanical or Engineering.
• Experience with heavy plant or lifting equipment.
• Self-sufficient and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and service cranes, lifting equipment, and plant machinery.
• Ensure compliance with LOLER & PUWER regulations.
• Travel across the UK for client inspections.

Skills

Compliance with LOLER & PUWER regulations

Client relationship management

Hands-on maintenance and repair

Decision-making

Education

HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Engineering

LEEA accreditation (or working toward)

Job description

Plant Engineer Surveyor

Birmingham

GBP40,500 to GBP45,000 + Vehicle + Overtime + Bonus

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Engineer Surveyor with a background in cranes, plant machinery, or lifting equipment. This role offers strong earning potential, a company vehicle, and a generous benefits package along with the chance to join a respected organisation offering long-term development.

The Role:

As an Engineer Surveyor, you will be responsible for inspecting, servicing, and assessing a wide range of lifting and plant machinery across customer sites. The role involves regular travel and overnight stays, offering great variety and independence in your daily work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out inspections on cranes, lifting equipment, and plant machinery
• Ensure compliance with LOLER & PUWER regulations
• Accurately report on equipment condition and recommend follow-up actions
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Work safely at height and in confined spaces
• Travel across the UK with occasional weekend overtime and overnight stays

The Ideal Candidate:

• HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Engineering preferred
• LEEA-accredited (or working toward) highly desirable
• Hands-on experience maintaining, servicing, or repairing heavy plant or lifting equipment
• Backgrounds welcome from: Field Service, Manufacturing, Forces (Army, Navy, RAF), Distribution, Marine, Rail, Aeronautical, Automotive
• Solid understanding of LOLER & PUWER regulations
• Self-sufficient, confident in decision-making, and safety-conscious
• Comfortable with nationwide travel and overnight stays

What s on Offer:

• Basic salary from GBP40,500 to GBP45,000 (higher for experienced engineers)
• Company vehicle + fuel card
• Phone and tablet provided
• Weekend overtime available
• Stay-away allowance
• Performance-related Christmas bonus
• Annual pay and performance reviews
• Private healthcare
• Company pension
• Ongoing training & development opportunities

Attitude and hands-on experience matter most.
Whether you're inspecting diggers, dozers, or cranes, if you have the right background and drive, this could be the next step for you.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat.